Long Beach has seen its lowest level of water use in decades, an average of just 63 gallons per person per day compared to the regional rate of 94 gallons.
The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California says residents and businesses in affected areas can resume limited watering outdoors after repairs to the 36-mile pipeline.
Water officials on Monday lifted a temporary ban on outdoor watering in parts of Los Angeles County after emergency repairs were completed on a pipeline that brings Colorado River water to Southern California